2008 Audi S8 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 Audi Q5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S8 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
